What makes measles world’s most contagious viral disease

Mayo Clinic researchers have discovered why measles is so much more contagious than other respiratory.

Around 60,000 new HIV/AIDS cases in China

China has recorded about 429,000 registered AIDS patients and HIV carriers by the end of.

Hendra virus vaccine comes closer to reality

A revolutionary new human antibody is showing promise against deadly Hendra virus, US researchers say

Largest virus yet discovered found off the coast of Chile

Scientists have isolated the largest virus yet discovered from ocean water pulled up off the.

New ”wonder” pill set to revolutionise hepatitis C treatment

A new wonder pill breakthrough is hailing a new era of treatment for hundreds of.

Early male circumcision may help cut rates of HIV and HPV transmission

Early circumcision in males may be a positive step in slowing the spread of both.

Unknown viruses found in sewage

Raw sewage houses thousands of undiscovered viruses, some of which could have a direct bearing.

Zinta to attend UN meet in Moscow

Bollywood actor Preity Zinta, who is also a UNAIDS Goodwill Ambassador, will participate in a.

Booze hits body’s ability to ward off viral infections

A new research has revealed that alcohol changes the anti-viral and inflammatory functions of monocytes.

Scientists tame HIV by stripping it of cholesterol

Ridding HIV of its cholesterol content deactivates the deadly virus’ ability to trick the immune.